How many syllables in “battement”?
syllables in "battement"
Word details
Syllables
3
bat · te · ment
Letters
9
b · a · t · t · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “battement”
The word “battement” contains 3 syllables, divided as bat · te · ment. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "battement" have?
"battement" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "battement" into syllables?
"battement" is divided into syllables as: bat · te · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "battement"?
The Scrabble score for "battement" is 13 points.
Using “battement” in writing
Three-syllable words like "battement" (bat · te · ment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “battement” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.